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Low tyre pressure - cold weather?

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Biscuits4 · 05/01/2026 07:57

The low pressure warning light has come up on our car. I know it could be a slow puncture, but what are the chances of it being due to the cold weather?

We've got a pressure gauge/foot pump at home, so I'm going to have a go at checking tyres/pumping up - in reality I haven't got a clue what I'm doing. However, if it's likely to be a slow puncture, I just want to get it sorted now. DH isn't well at the moment, and I really need to have a car available.

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tinytemper66 · 05/01/2026 07:57

I always get it during cold spells.

MapleOakPine · 05/01/2026 07:58

Yes, it's more likely to be the cold weather. Mine came on yesterday morning but went off again later in the day when it was a bit warmer.

CottageLoaf · 05/01/2026 08:00

It's worth investing in a digital tyre inflator as they are reliable and quick to use. They are around £30.

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CurlsLDN · 05/01/2026 08:03

Yes in my previous car (a brand new mini) it would always come on in cold weather. Drive it round the block and it’ll likely resolve itself.

Biscuits4 · 05/01/2026 08:04

CottageLoaf · 05/01/2026 08:00

It's worth investing in a digital tyre inflator as they are reliable and quick to use. They are around £30.

As it happens, it looks like we've got a digital one - it's normally a husband job, but not today😐.

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